No. 492 in Spanish

destaca

"Destaca" means "stands out" or "emphasizes."

In a sentence

Ella destaca en matemáticas debido a su esfuerzo.
She excels in mathematics due to her effort.
In this sentence, 'destaca' is used to indicate that someone excels or stands out in a particular subject or field, showing exceptional skill or performance.
El edificio destaca por su arquitectura moderna.
The building stands out due to its modern architecture.
Here, 'destaca' is utilized to describe a characteristic that makes something notable or different from its surroundings, emphasizing its unique qualities.
El autor destaca la importancia de la educación en el artículo.
The author emphasizes the importance of education in the article.
In this context, 'destaca' is used to refer to highlighting or emphasizing a particular concept or idea, drawing the reader's attention to its significance.

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